What is the cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Arbroath?

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Arbroath is to bus which costs £30 - £50 and takes 6h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Carlisle to Arbroath?

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Arbroath is to train which takes 3h 1m and costs £60 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Carlisle and Arbroath?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlisle to Arbroath station. However, there are services departing from Stand K Carlisle Market Hall and arriving at Bus Station via George Street and High Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Carlisle and Arbroath?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Carlisle and arriving at Arbroath. Services depart four times a week, and operate Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 3h 1m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Arbroath?

The distance between Carlisle and Arbroath is 177 miles. The road distance is 163.6 miles.

How do I travel from Carlisle to Arbroath without a car?

The best way to get from Carlisle to Arbroath without a car is to train which takes 3h 1m and costs £60 - £85.

How long does it take to get from Carlisle to Arbroath?

The train from Carlisle to Arbroath takes 3h 1m including transfers and departs four times a week.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Arbroath bus from?

Carlisle to Arbroath bus services, operated by Borders Buses, depart from Stand K Carlisle Market Hall station.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Arbroath train from?

Carlisle to Arbroath train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Carlisle station.

Train or bus from Carlisle to Arbroath?

The best way to get from Carlisle to Arbroath is to train which takes 3h 1m and costs £60 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £50 and takes 6h 45m.

Where does the Carlisle to Arbroath bus arrive?

Carlisle to Arbroath bus services, operated by Borders Buses, arrive at Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where does the Carlisle to Arbroath train arrive?

Carlisle to Arbroath train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Arbroath station.

Can I drive from Carlisle to Arbroath?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Arbroath is 164 miles. It takes approximately 3h 4m to drive from Carlisle to Arbroath.

How do I get a train ticket from Carlisle to Arbroath?

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Where can I stay near Arbroath?

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There are 4 ways to get from Carlisle to Arbroath by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Arbroathtrain London Kings Cross - Aberdeen
3h 1m
£60–85
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Stand K Carlisle Market Hall to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus X95
2. Take the bus from George Street to Dundee stationbus Ember
6h 45m
£33–46
Drive 162.6 mi
1. Drive from Carlisle to Arbroathcar 162.6 mi
3h 4m
£40–58
Train via Edinburgh
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Haymarkettrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Arbroathtrain Edinburgh - Aberdeen
3h 18m
£60–119

Carlisle to Arbroath by train

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Distance: 175.5 mi
Duration: 3h 1m

What companies run services between Carlisle, England and Arbroath, Scotland?

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from Carlisle to Arbroath 4 times a week. Tickets cost £60–85 and the journey takes 3h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Stand K Carlisle Market Hall to Bus Station via Edinburgh, Bus Station, George Street, Dundee station, and High Street in around 6h 45m.

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